The JD Bunkis Podcast

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The JD Bunkis Podcast

JD Bunkis breaks down the biggest stories in sports every weekday morning. Honest, direct, and a touch of diablerie. Airing live on Sportsnet 590 The FAN from 9am-11am ET.

  1. 21 HRS AGO

    The Tavares Contract is About More Than Money + Siakam vs. Shai, the Return of the Specialist and Raptors KD Rumours w/ Michael Grange

    JD discusses how Matt Duschene's contract extension in Dallas should be viewed here in Toronto (00:00). JD then shifts focus to the NBA Finals and brings on Sportsnet's Michael Grange (12:00) to get into the Indiana Pacers forcing a Game 7. JD and Grange discuss Pascal Siakam's case for Finals MVP, if Siakam has more love in Canada then Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, TJ McConnel's allure, the keys in Game 7, and the Raptors' chase for a star.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

    48 min

  2. 1D AGO

    The Best Teams of the NHL Cap Era + What Now for McDavid w/ Kris Versteeg

    JD is joined by Stanley Cup champion, Kris Versteeg, to list and debate the best teams in the NHL's salary cap era (00:00). JD and Kris also discuss the make-up of the Panthers and whether Connor McDavid's time in Edmonton is running out.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

    49 min

  3. 3D AGO

    Do the Raptors Have a Plan? The Shai and Williams Statement, NBA Conversation Problems and It's Fine for Marner to hate Toronto, but Why the Leafs?

    JD reacts to the Oklahoma City Thunder taking control of the NBA Finals in game 5, then gives his thoughts on the NBA's parity era and what the Raptors plan is as they "lurk" in sweepstakes for seemingly every star. Later (36:00), JD clarifies his stance on Mitch Marner. The show ends with 'What We Missed!' (46:30). The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

    1 hr

  4. 4D AGO

    Marner Fatigue, the Devers Deal + Blake Wheeler on Marchand, McDavid and If the Oilers Missed Their Chance

    JD reacts to reports that Mitch Marner is unwilling to communicate with the Maple Leafs (00:00) and the Boston Red Sox trading Rafael Devers (6:00). Blake Wheeler, 16-year NHL forward and former teammate of Brad Marchand, gets into (9:00) the transformation of Marchand, what teams from the past mirror the current Florida Panthers, judging Connor McDavid's performance in the Stanley Cup Final, what makes Leon Draisaitl great, and working around shoddy goaltending. Later, JD gives his thoughts on the Desmond Bane trade (44:00).    The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

    49 min

  5. JUN 13

    Is Oilers-Panthers the Best Final in the Cap Era? Draisaitl’s Legacy and Edmonton’s Turning Point Game

    JD reacts to the Edmonton Oilers stunning comeback victory in game 4, Connor McDavid's performance, how Leon Draisaitl will be remembered and a sign of rising popularity for the NHL (00:00). Later, JD and producer Armen get into the off-putting change in basketball development and Adam Silver's comments on NBA expansion (30:00).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

    49 min

  6. JUN 12

    Are the Jays Good? What’s Sustainable, What Do They Need and Will Championships be as Meaningful in the Parity Era w/ Ben Ennis

    JD and Ben Ennis, co-host of The FAN Morning Show, admit they were wrong about the Indiana Pacers (00:00), talk about the complicated feelings when sports franchises relocate, and debate if the Blue Jays are a good baseball team? (13:00) JD and Ben evaluate Spencer Turnbull's debut, Alejandro Kirk's stardom, the starting rotation and who the Jays can trade for. Later, the duo discuss how ring culture may start to change (43:00).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

    49 min

  7. JUN 11

    The One Certainty from the Jays Hot Streak + Jackie Redmond on the Ingredients to a Perfect Stanley Cup Finals + Raptors Rumour Reasoning

    JD rides the high of the Blue Jays securing their fifth-straight series victory (00:00). Jackie Redmond, from the NHL on TNT, checks-in from Florida to dip into the stakes in the Stanley Cup Final (5:00). JD and Jackie chat about the storylines surrounding Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl, plus thoughts on Brad Marchand or Sam Bennett signing with the Maple Leafs. Later, JD gets into the latest buzz around the trade markets for Giannis Antetokounmpo and Kevin Durant (38:00).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

    49 min

  8. JUN 10

    What Feels Sustainable for the Jays + Old DAWGS and Stanley Cup Takeaways w/ Kris Versteeg + Tax Talk

    JD reacts to another comeback win from the Blue Jay and why this hot stretch of play feels sustainable (00:00). Two-time Stanley Cup Champion, Kris Versteeg, joins JD (7:00) to get into the depth of the Florida Panthers, if and how Connor McDavid can will the Edmonton Oilers back into the series, the Conn Smythe race, if older NHL players are valued more than ever, and turning frustration into production. The show ends with reaction to Gary Bettman's defensiveness when asked about addressing state tax advantages in the next collective bargaining agreement (42:00).  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

    49 min
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JD Bunkis breaks down the biggest stories in sports every weekday morning. Honest, direct, and a touch of diablerie. Airing live on Sportsnet 590 The FAN from 9am-11am ET.

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